Community Events
Little Free Library
Little Free Library has opened in Historic downtown Cumberland. The Minecraft-themed Little Free Library is located at the corner of Merchants Alley and South Liberty Street. Take a book, leave a book. If you see a book you would like to read, feel free to take it with you. Return it to the Little Free Library when you have finished. Give a book and help keep this Little Free Library operating by leaving a book for others to read.
WV Parenting
There are currently 6,900 children in the state care in West Virgina, many of these children need a home. Burlington United Methodist Family Services is requestiong your help. They are in need of Foster Parents and loving homes. For more information on becoming a Foster Parent, please call 1-877-23-CHILD (24453), their friendly stasff are ready to talk to you!
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland Western Maryland Chapter
The Western Maryland chapter of the National Federation of the Blind is seeking new members as it starts its local membership drive! Are you blind, visually impaired or know someone who is or maybe you work with the visually impaired? Consider joining the state's fastest growing chapter here in Western Maryland. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back. The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles betwen blind people and our dreams. For more information about the Western Maryland chapter and the National Federation of the Blind of Maryland please call 443-426-4110 or email at info@nfbmd.org.
Hounds Around Town
Looking for a day filled with furry friends and fun? Then look no further than the Allegany County Animal Shelter's "Hounds Around Town" program, which allows individuals to sign a shelter dog out for the day. The most important thing is you are giving an adoptable shelter dog a much-needed break from the kennels and providing enrichment and socialization. For more information on the "Hounds Around Town" program, contact the shelter at 301-777-5930.
APRIL
Monday, April 15 – Saturday, June 15, 2024
Schaidt Scholarship
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Cumberland, is accepting applications for the Mortimer C. and Elizabeth Ann Schaidt Scholastic Tuition Fund for the 2024-2025 academic year. While preference is given to members of St. Paul's, any Allegany County student may apply. The award is limited to payment of tuition at an accredited institution offering a two- or four-year degree, graduate degree, technical or vocational training. The application period is open from Monday, April 15th to Saturday, June 15th, 2024. Instructions and the application form can be found by visiting www.stpaulcumberland.org/scholarships or by requesting information from the church office at 301-722-6604. Additional questions should be directed to stpaulsscholarship2015@gmail.com.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The PharmaCare Network and the Maryland State Police are teaming up for Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Turn in your unused or expired presciption medication for safe disposal, Wednesday, April 24th, 12:00PM to 3:30PM at PharmaCare Bedford Road 11306 Bedford Road, NE in Cumberland.
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Prescription Drug Take Back Day
The PharmaCare Network and the Maryland State Police are teaming up for Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Turn in your unused or expired presciption medication for safe disposal, Thursday, April 25th, 2:00PM to 6:000PM at PharmaCare of Frostburg, 11020 New Georges Creek Road SW, Frostburg (next to Quality Inn Rt 36).
Bountiful Blessings
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Washington and Smallwood Streets, will hold Bountiful Blessings on Thursday, April 25th, 4:00PM – 6:00PM. Recipients should arrive no lataer than 5:30PM to be able to select items. A photo ID is required for participants who have yet to register for 2024. The program provides cleaning supplies, paper goods and personal hygiene items.
Sunday, April 28, 2024
National Day of Prayer Event
2024 celebrates the 28th Anniversary of the Cumberland Area National Day of Prayer. This years guest speaker will be Marziyeh Amirizadeh. A Christian evangelist and published author, Marziyeh shares her inspiring story as a Christian woman in an Islamic country who was captured and imprisioned because of her faith. In her very relevant message, she brings awareness about ongoing human rights violations and persecution of religious minorities in Iran. Her uplifting discovery of how God can transform any situation into triumph is sure to encourage many in our region. To kick off the National Day of Prayer events, Marziyeh will share her powerful message, Sunday April 28th at Lighthouse of Hope Church for a worship service at 10:45AM at 11507 Moss Avenue.
EAA Fly-in/Drive-In
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 426 will be holding their Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Sunday, April 28th, 8:00AM-12:00PM at the Greater Cumberland Airport in Wiley Ford, WV. All you can eat breakfast will include hotcakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, sausage gravy, fried potatoes, fruit cocktail, coffee, and OJ. All you can eat on the premises for $12.00 for adults and $6.00 children under age 12. Frree "Young Eagle" airplane rides for ages 8 thru 17, weather permitting and pilots available. For more information contact Katie Kight at 301-268-2624 or check them out on Facebook.
MAY
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
National Day of Prayer Event
2024 celebrates the 28th Anniversary of the Cumberland Area National Day of Prayer. This years guest speaker will be Marziyeh Amirizadeh. A Christian evangelist and published author, Marziyeh shares her inspiring story as a Christian woman in an Islamic country who was captured and imprisioned because of her faith. In her very relevant message, she brings awareness about ongoing human rights violations and persecution of religious minorities in Iran. Her uplifting discovery of how God can transform any situation into triumph is sure to encourage many in our region. An Evening Prayer Rally will be held Wednesday, May 1st, at Central Assembly Church of All Nation, 6:30PM at 2020 Bedford Street. Merziyeh will share her powerful testimony, plusa community choir and the Lighthouse of Hope Worship Band.
Thursday, May 2, 2024
National Day of Prayer Event
2024 celebrates the 28th Anniversary of the Cumberland Area National Day of Prayer. This years guest speaker will be Marziyeh Amirizadeh. A Christian evangelist and published author, Marziyeh shares her inspiring story as a Christian woman in an Islamic country who was captured and imprisioned because of her faith. In her very relevant message, she brings awareness about ongoing human rights violations and persecution of religious minorities in Iran. Her uplifting discovery of how God can transform any situation into triumph is sure to encourage many in our region. A Prayer Breakfast will be held, Thursday, May 2nd at the Allegany County Fairground, Multipurpose Building, 11490 Moss Avenue at 8:00AM. This event requires tickets, which can be purchased at Holy Grounds or Rock of Ages Restaurant.
National Day of Prayer Event
2024 celebrates the 28th Anniversary of the Cumberland Area National Day of Prayer. This years guest speaker will be Marziyeh Amirizadeh. A Christian evangelist and published author, Marziyeh shares her inspiring story as a Christian woman in an Islamic country who was captured and imprisioned because of her faith. In her very relevant message, she brings awareness about ongoing human rights violations and persecution of religious minorities in Iran. Her uplifting discovery of how God can transform any situation into triumph is sure to encourage many in our region. A Outdoor Music and Prayer Rally will be held, Thursday, May 2nd at Cumberland City Hall, 57 N Liberty Street at 11:00AM.
Firday, May 3, 2024
Fine China Outdoor Event
Come out for an evening with Fine China as they host their first outdoor service, taking place in the CBIZ parking lot, Friday, May 3rd, 5:00PM-8:00PM. The service will include live music from Ken Nolan, hotdogs on the grill, a drama, testimonies of overcoming addiction, suicide and MS. Please be sure to bring your own chair.
Friday, May 3 – Sunday, May 5, 2024
LaVale Lions Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
The LaVale Lions May Spring Chicken BBQ fundraiser will be held Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th from10:00AM-7:00PM or until the daily allotment is sold out.and Sunday, May 5th, 10:00AM until sold out, at the Lions Field area on Braddock Road. BBQ dinner will include half a chicken and a roll for $8. Also available for purchase will be french fries, baked beans, desserts, soft drinks and water. Early bird tickets are available for purchase from LaVale Lions Club members, at Jolly Roger Liquors, Burkey's Furniture, LaVale Pharmacy and Caporale's Bakery.
Sunday, May 26, 2024
EAA Fly-in/Drive-In
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 426 will be holding their Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Sunday, May 26th, 8:00AM-12:00PM at the Greater Cumberland Airport in Wiley Ford, WV. All you can eat breakfast will include hotcakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, sausage gravy, fried potatoes, fruit cocktail, coffee, and OJ. All you can eat on the premises for $12.00 for adults and $6.00 children under age 12. Frree "Young Eagle" airplane rides for ages 8 thru 17, weather permitting and pilots available. For more information contact Katie Kight at 301-268-2624 or check them out on Facebook.
JUNE
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Fishing Rodeo
Blackhawk Tribe 131 & Petunia Council 10 wil be holding a Fishing Rodeo, Saturday, June 8th at 128 Maryland Ave, Westernport, MD. Registration will begin at 8:00AM and the Fishing Rodeo will start at 9:00AM. Catches must be turned into registration by 1:00PM and awards will be presented at 1:30PM. Prizes will be award to: Largest Fish $50 (1 prize per age group), Smallest Fish $20 (1 prize per age group) and Most Unique Catch (1 overall prize awarded). All ages are welcome to register, cost is $5.00 per person, Children 6 and under are free. There will be 3 age groups: Ages 1-10, Ages 11-17 and Ages 17 & up. Food and drink will be sold on site.
Monday, June 10, 2024
Ladew Topiary Gardens Bus Trip
The House and Garden Club of Frostburg is hosting a charter bus trip to Ladew Topiary Garden in Monkton, MD, Monday, June 10th. The cost will be $80 for trasportation including entrance fee. Additional $7 Docent-Guided Manor House Tours are available (purchased at Admissions on a first come-first served basis). The charter will be contingent on having at least 40 passengers with paid reservations by Friday, May 15th. Make checks payable to the House and Garden Club of Frostburg and mail to PO Box 615, Frostburg, MD 21532. Ladew Topiary Gardens is known as one of the 10 best Topiary Gardens in the world and one of the top 5 garends in North America. The garden features 22 acres of spectacular award-winning gardens, more than 100 remarkable toparies, a mile-long Nature Walk and 12 garden "rooms" including the Rose, White, Yellow, Sculpture and Iris Gardens and a circa 1797 Manor House. A life-size Hunt Scene of topiary horses, riders, hounds and fox welcomes visitors as they arrive and stands as one of one of the best-known elements of the Gardens. The historic Manor House offers optional 30-minute docent-guided tours 11:00AM, 12:00PM, 1:00PM & 2:00PM. The Bollman's Charter bus will leave at 8:00AM from the Frostburg Plaza (Big Lots) at the East end of town. Return time will be approximately 5:30PM. To reserve a seat contact Rob Rephan at rob.rephan@verizon.net or 240-362-8492. For more information about Ladew, visit their website https://www.ladewgardens.com/. More details are on the House and Garden Club of Frostburg Facebook page.
Sunday, June 30, 2024
EAA Fly-in/Drive-In
The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 426 will be holding their Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Sunday, June 30th, 8:00AM-12:00PM at the Greater Cumberland Airport in Wiley Ford, WV. All you can eat breakfast will include hotcakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, sausage gravy, fried potatoes, fruit cocktail, coffee, and OJ. All you can eat on the premises for $12.00 for adults and $6.00 children under age 12. Frree "Young Eagle" airplane rides for ages 8 thru 17, weather permitting and pilots available. For more information contact Katie Kight at 301-268-2624 or check them out on Facebook.
